Fort Lauderdale Personal Injury Lawyers

When people are eating lunch at a deli, the last thing any of them would consider is the possibility that they could be injured in by a moving vehicle.  However, that’s exactly what occurred earlier today when eight people were injured when a vehicle slammed through the front window of a Tamarac deli while people were eating and sitting inside, and this Tamarac car accident remains under investigation.

According to police, the Tamarac car accident in question occurred today at Nosher’s Deli, which is located at 7134 N. Nob Hill Road in Point Plaza.  Patrons were inside when 79-year-old Rhoda Samuels was pulling into a parking spot at the deli.  She later stated that instead of hitting the brake pedal, she accidentally hit the accelerator.  This sent the car through the front window facade of the deli and into a wave of people.  Overall, eight people were injured including one employee.  Ms. Samuels was not injured in the crash.

Florida Car Accident Statistics

First, we’d like to express our relief that no one was seriously injured or killed.  This is the type of situation where unsuspecting people could have lost their lives.  Secondly, this incident will only add to the overall statistics regarding Florida car accidents.  Every year, approximately 200,000 people are injured and another 3,000 are killed in these occurrences.

Florida Car Accident Lawyers

Even though it seems clear that this was merely an honest mistake with no malicious intent, the fact remains that people were injured because of this misstep.  Therefore, those who were harmed in this accident could have reason to file Florida personal injury lawsuits.  If such claims were successful, they could be awarded damages that compensate the injured plaintiffs for medical costs, lost income and pain and suffering.

If you or someone you love has been harmed by a negligent driver, you need to seek the help of Florida car accident lawyers who have been holding those responsible for injuries or worse accountable for many years.  Contact Bernstein & Maryanoff today at 800-429-4529 to schedule a free initial consultation.